Aston Villa have agreed a €35 million ($47m) deal to sign Nice forward Evann Guessand. The 24-year-old is set for a medical in Birmingham ahead of signing a five-year contract with the club after impressing last season with 12 goals and 8 assists in Ligue 1. Guessand reportedly turned down a more lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian side Neom, committing to Villa following a discussion with manager Unai Emery[1].
The new Premier League season is about to begin, and Aston Villa are listed in the top half of most preseason tables, reflecting their strong performance last year and expectations for another competitive campaign[2][4][6].
During preseason, Aston Villa completed a US tour, concluding with a draw against Nashville. Defender Ezri Konsa highlighted the benefits of the trip for squad preparation heading into the 2025/26 season[7]. Additionally, the club is preparing for participation in the UEFA Europa League, FA Cup, and EFL Cup alongside their Premier League fixtures[8].
Recent news also covers ongoing transfer rumors and new kit releases as anticipation builds among fans for the start of the season. Supporters can expect further squad updates and pre-season developments via the club’s official channels and comprehensive coverage by news aggregators[3][5].
References
- [1] Aston Villa agree €35M deal for Nice’s Evann Guessand – ESPN
- [2] Aston Villa Standings, 2025-2026 Tables – AiScore
- [3] Aston Villa News | Latest Villa Transfer Rumours – NewsNow
- [4] English Premier League Table 2025-26 – ESPN
- [5] AstonVillaNews.com | Latest Aston Villa News and Transfers
- [6] Aston Villa English Premier League Standings – FOX Sports
- [7] News | Aston Villa (Official Club Site)
- [8] 2025–26 Aston Villa F.C. season – Wikipedia